Farewell to a lifelong friend and playful prank
In a nostalgic reflection, the writer recalls JT, a childhood friend who died of an apparent heart attack within a year of a bypass deemed successful. They shared piano lessons, Little League, golf, and a near-legendary goat prank at a wedding. The pair kept in touch via phone and online, with JT becoming a father and grandfather. The piece honors a deep, enduring bond and the sense of loss.